Write a manifesto for architecture for the year 2030.

Write a manifesto for architecture for the year 2030.

You may address either 1) architectural design; 2) architectural education; or 3) the architectural profession.

Your manifesto should consist of at least 5 NEW rules.

If you are concentrating on design, then your rules should designate acceptable or reasonable ways to, for example, generate building forms, make aesthetic choices regarding ornament, use or quote historical references, consider diversity over context, and so on. Assume that all of your rules are in accordance with context-based, long-term sustainable practices and climate advocacy.

If you are concentrating on education, then your rules should address learning requirements, curriculum (or, the sequencing of learning), types of faculty, etcetera. Assume that all of your rules will be in accordance with university standards at a US institution.

Similarly, if you are focusing on the profession, assume being based in the USA, licensed through NCARB, and graduated from a professional degree program recognized by NAAB.

RUBRIC:

The manifesto critiques a current situation – 2 points

There is a broad statement that takes a clear and firm stance with aim and intention – 1 point

The manifesto includes at least 5 NEW RULES that lay out a plan or set of practices to bring the aim or intention into implementation – 5 points

Each rule is expanded and specific, with possible examples – 5 points

The manifesto is intelligently written with proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, citations – 2 pointa

The manifesto should be about 2-3 pages when it is finished. You can and should use numbering and bullet points.

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